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Food News Bites: Artista to Open in February

John-Paul Gagliano has mastered the art of opening up hip, modern restaurants. He opened Tonica downtown in October, 2025. Now, he’s about to open another one. Gagliano, 34, owner of Libro at Laurelood, Ecco, and two locations of Tonica, is slated to open Artista in the new Memphis Art Museum on Front Street and Union Avenue.

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WFAE

Writer Jim Emison's new book revisits the 1940 killing of a Tennessee NAACP leader

Fifteen years before the nation was shocked by the murder of Emmett Till in Mississippi, a white supremacist murdered Elbert Williams, an NAACP leader in Tennessee. A new book brings light onto the little-known case and argues that it set the stage for decades of racial violence that followed across the South as Black citizens sought the right to vote. NPR's Debbie Elliott reports on the sad and, we should say, gruesome story.

Brownsville, TN · 17h

The Commercial Appeal

Construction to begin in December for Hattie B's in Germantown

Nashville hot chicken chain Hattie B’s Hot Chicken has taken yet another step forward to open a new location in Germantown. The upcoming location was announced in summer of 2025. According to a Hattie B's spokesperson, the target timeline for the restaurant to open is summer 2027 with construction on track to begin on mid-December. A new construction permit was filed on Nov. 2 with the Memphis and Shelby County Division of Planning and Development, for a 2,975-square-foot restaurant at 7662 Poplar Ave. in the Germantown Village shopping center. The estimated cost of construction of the hot chicken specialty restaurant is $1.5 million, according to the permit and will have a 1,100-square-foot patio area. Hattie B’s Hot Chicken — which was founded in August 2012 by father and son Nick Bishop Sr. and Nick Bishop Jr. — is known for its signature Nashville hot chicken and varying degrees of heat. The famed fried chicken is coated in spiced oil after being cooked in varying levels of spiciness, from “Southern” with no heat to "Shut the Cluck Up!!!" — in other words, extremely hot. The proposed Hattie B’s in Germantown would be the second Memphis-area location. Hattie B’s opened in the

Memphis, TN · 3d

takemetotn.com

Pull Over For The Tender Ribs At This Memphis, Tennessee BBQ Favorite

A whole Cornish hen, smoked and sauced, sits on the menu right next to the ribs. That alone tells you this barbecue joint plays by its own rules. Then there’s the barbecue spaghetti. Yes, spaghetti, wearing smoky sauce like it was born for the job. I like how a place can be this confident about something so unexpected.

Memphis, TN · 12d

takemetotn.com

7 Tennessee Hole-in-the-Wall Spots Where Bologna Sandwiches Are Still King

In Tennessee, bologna isn’t just something you toss between two slices of bread when the fridge is nearly empty. At the right roadside barbecue joint, it becomes the kind of sandwich people happily drive across town to eat. Picture a thick slice sizzling on a hot griddle, its edges...

Tennessee · 8d

tri-statedefender.com

The National Museum of African American Music celebrates K. Michelle’s country music

For K. Michelle, Memphis is more than her hometown. It’s the foundation of her artistry, the source of her unmistakable soul and a major influence on the woman she has become. “Memphis gave me an edge. Memphis allowed me to be tough,” the chart-topping singer told an audience gathered...

Nashville, TN · 12h

hoodline.com

Whitehaven Week Returns Saturday as Restaurant Week Runs to Nov. 30

Whitehaven Community Center — Listed Site for 2025 Community Event. Whitehaven's neighborhood week is back for a ninth year, and the restaurant promotion beside it does not stop when those nine days do. I Love Whitehaven Week runs Saturday, Nov. 14, through Nov. 22. Whitehaven Black Restaurant Week starts the same day and continues through Nov. 30.

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WREG

Easy Way grocery brand revived for downtown Memphis project

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — There are plans for an iconic Memphis grocery chain to return to the Bluff City. Easy Way, known for its fresh produce and bright orange buildings, opened its first store in 1932. The last store closed back in 2018 — but a nonprofit has plans to bring it back to downtown. The […]

Memphis, TN · 4d

takemetotn.com

This Unassuming Tennessee Deli Makes a Corned Beef Sandwich That Steals the Show

Pork Egg Roll soup showed up on the menu at a little downtown deli one day, right beside Calico Beans with Apple Chicken Sausage. That’s the kind of lineup that makes you stop scrolling. Now add a corned beef sandwich to the conversation, plus fresh cakes and homemade ranch....

Memphis, TN · 3d

wearememphis.com

Lakeisha Edwards Makes Sure Memphis Tells Its Own Story

Drive through almost any Memphis neighborhood and the public art you pass was chosen by the people who live there. Lakeisha Edwards, Executive Director of the UrbanArt Commission, has spent her career making sure the city’s walls, parks, and corners tell Memphis’s own story in Memphis’s own voice. For her, soul is homegrown, and it is louder than any outsider.

Memphis, TN · 1d

The Commercial Appeal

Southaven restaurant Maria's Cantina permanently closes after 17 years

Southaven restaurant Maria's Cantina has closed its doors after 17 years in business. "We are sad to announce that after 17 years of happily serving the Southaven community, Maria’s Cantina is ceasing operations," the restaurant posted on Facebook on Nov. 10. "Business has been a struggle and we have held on as long as we possibly could." Attempts to reach the restaurant for additional details were unsuccessful. SOUTHAVEN NEWS: ALO athletic apparel brand to bring distribution center, jobs to Southaven On Nov. 11, the restaurant — located at 6717 Airways Blvd., Suite 102 — was closed, with a large sheet of paper covering part of the windows. Scrawled on the paper was: "CLOSED. Thank you for 17 years of patronage and friendship!!" Described as offering "Mexican with a twist," Maria's was a popular spot through the years for sports viewing, trivia playing and enjoying a meal with friends and family. "Thank you to everyone for 17 years of patronage and friendship," the Facebook post stated, echoing the message at the restaurant. "I can’t put into words how much that has meant to us. Thank you also to all of the staff that has worked here over the years, many of

Southaven, MS · 3d

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Howl Owl Howl Release “Everybody Wants Her” and Set February Tour

Howl Owl Howl, the roots-rock trio of Darius Rucker, Mike Mills and Steve Gorman, released “Everybody Wants Her” and announced a seven-city run for February 2027. The tour starts February 3 in Milwaukee and ends February 13 in Memphis. Rucker, Mills and Gorman wrote the single with Edwin...

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This No-Frills Memphis Soul Food Spot Is Where Tennessee Locals Go For Fried Catfish And Smothered Pork Chops

Some of the best lunches in Memphis come on a plastic tray, not a fancy plate. Down the road from one of the most famous homes in America sits a modest dining room where busy locals line up every single day for Southern cooking. There are no white tablecloths here...

Memphis, TN · 5d

Yahoo!

Every Course at This Graceland Dinner Comes Paired With Moonshine

On the Friday after Thanksgiving, The Guest House at Graceland is hosting a Southern dinner that pours a moonshine with every course, from the first plate to dessert. The menu leans on familiar holiday dishes, and the pairings add the twist. Chef Mario Torres presents dishes such as butternut squash...

Memphis, TN · 3d

DRONELIFE

Wing and Walmart Launch Drone Delivery in Memphis

Service from three Walmart Supercenters reaches tens of thousands of homes across Tennessee and Arkansas as the companies continue their national expansion. Wing has launched drone delivery with Walmart across the Memphis region. Memphis is Wing’s first market in Tennessee. Residents can now order thousands of everyday Walmart items, including groceries, household goods and baby products. Those orders arrive in their yards in as little as 30 minutes, according to Wing.

Memphis, TN · 4d

thehorrortimes.com

Anagnorisis ‘Caregriever’ LP Out Now Plus Announced Midwest Tour

Louisville, Kentucky-based black metal crew ANAGNORISIS announces a Midwest tour of the US in December, supporting their acclaimed fourth LP, Caregriever, which is out now. Beginning December 8th, the Seasonal Depression Tour will see ANAGNORISIS delivering the material from Caregriever to audiences in Memphis, Nashville, St. Louis, Davenport, and Indianapolis, ending with the band’s first hometown show in a decade on December 13th. ANAGNORISIS will be joined by Plaguewielder on all dates.

Louisville, KY · 3d

fox13memphis.com

I Love Whitehaven Week, Whitehaven Black Restaurant Week returns for 9th year

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A nine-day celebration of community pride, local businesses and neighborhood culture is returning to Whitehaven this weekend, with organizers encouraging residents across the Mid-South to explore one of Memphis' historic communities. The ninth annual "I Love Whitehaven Week" will run from Saturday, Nov. 14, through Sunday,...

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Connecticut’s K Caruso gears up for the International Blues Competition

A fixture on the Connecticut blues scene, K Caruso can often be found leading his band The Elegant Vagabonds on vocals and guitar at staples like Black Eyed Sally’s Southern Kitchen in Hartford and Richoni’s Bar in Groton. Caruso recently competed in what could turn out to be a game changer in his career.

Connecticut · 2d

The Commercial Appeal

Where to preorder Thanksgiving meals in Memphis, from turkeys to sides

Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, family, college football, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and how one very large turkey and all the fixings can create an unmitigated mess in your kitchen. That’s why, this year, you can leave the basting, baking, chopping and cleanup to the professionals. From perfectly roasted Thanksgiving birds and mouthwatering, savory sides to decadent desserts that practically demand seconds (and maybe even thirds), plenty of local restaurants are ready to make the holiday a little easier and a lot less stressful. So loosen up the apron strings and put away the dish towels. Here's a bountiful feast of local spots serving up holiday premade meals to go worth giving thanks for — especially because you don’t have to battle crowded grocery stores, spend days in the kitchen or face a mountain of dirty dishes afterward. THANKSGIVING EVE IN MEMPHIS: Best Memphis bars for Thanksgiving Eve? 9 spots worth a visit Amelia Gene's 255 S. Front St. | (901) 686-5051 | ameliagenes.com Order cutoff: Nov. 24 | Pickup: Nov. 26Your friends and family will be giving thanks if you pre-order a luxurious layered cake from this top Downtown dining destination. Whole carrot cakes are priced at

Memphis, TN · 5d

The Commercial Appeal